$545,000

Welcome to 5 Waterville Road, this beautifully renovated and tucked away Colonial offers timeless character, thoughtful updates and the privacy, space & amenities today's buyers' desire. Set on a PREMIUM, flat .77 acre lot, this inviting home combines comfortable everyday living with plenty of room to entertain, relax and enjoy… Read More the outdoors! Step into a spacious, light-filled living room anchored by a classic brick fireplace and custom mantel. The home's semi-open layout creates an effortless flow between the living, dining and kitchen spaces, while modern fixtures and recessed lighting add a fresh, contemporary feel throughout the main level. The bright generously sized kitchen is designed for both cooking, and gathering featuring granite countertops, new stainless-steel appliances (NEW refrigerator, dishwasher & microwave), a subway tile backsplash, hardwood floors and abundant cabinetry. Just off the kitchen, a convenient mudroom provides direct access from the driveway and includes a dedicated laundry area. An additional bonus room with exposed brick and direct access to the backyard offers exceptional flexibility and could easily serve as a breakfast room, home office, playroom or additional gathering space. A designer powder room, coat closet, and basement access complete the first floor. Upstairs, all three bedrooms feature plush carpeting, ceiling fans with lighting, and an abundance of natural light. The spacious primary offers a peaceful retreat with dual closets and a private en-suite bath featuring modern fixtures. A beautifully updated hall bath completes the 2nd floor and includes a barn-door vanity, tiled tub/shower surround and linen closet. The unfinished daylight basement provides additional excellent storage, a new french drain system (2019), new HVAC (2020) and loads of future potential. Outside is where the property truly shines. The elevated large private lot offers plenty of space for gardening, recreation, entertaining, or simply enjoying the privacy created by the mature trees and lush greenery. A newer paver stone patio and secret garden (2024) with gated entrance create the perfect spots to lounge or socialize while taking in the backyard views. A detached one car garage provides additional storage, while expansive driveway offers parking for 4+ vehicles. Located within the award-winning Wallingford-Swarthmore School District, this home is ideally situated just minutes from multiple SEPTA stations, with convenient access to I-95 and Route 476. Philadelphia and Wilmington are both less than 30 minutes away. Enjoy easy access to restaurants, shops, parks playgrounds, and vibrant downtowns of Media, Swarthmore, and other surrounding idyllic towns. Renovated, versatile, private and exceptionally well located- 5 Waterville Road is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of Wallingford living! Read Less

Courtesy of Marisa C Bruder, BHHS Fox & Roach Wayne-Devon 610-651-2700

Listing Snapshot

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Last Updated

Oct 11, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,622

Lot Size

0.77 Acres

Year Built

1952

MLS Number

PADE2122834

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Electric, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading

Basement

Unfinished

Building

Built in 1952, Built in 2019 (effective), Living area: 1622, Levels: 2, Construction Materials: Frame, Masonry

Cooling

Central A/C

Accessibility Features

None

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Wood

Floors

Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Carpet

Foundation

Block

Heating

Forced Air

Interior Features

Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Wood Floors

Lot

0.77 acres, Dimensions: 119.50 x 446.39

Property

Excellent, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Garden/Lawn

Roof

Asphalt

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Annual Amount: $12,324, Lot: 036-000, Year: 2026, Zoning: RESIDENTIAL, Zoning description: R-10 Single Family

Utilities

Water Source: Public, Circuit Breakers

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